# Universal TV Remote vs Universal TV Remote

The clearest difference is rating: Universal TV Remote at 5.0 against Universal TV Remote's 4.3. Universal TV Remote also leads on device support (4 vs 2). Universal TV Remote's advantage is ratings volume (8 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Universal TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Universal TV Remote sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Universal TV Remote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Universal TV Remote has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Universal TV Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, Universal TV Remote every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Universal TV Remote | Universal TV Remote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-smartctrl/id6740748603/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-opus/id6807421433/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 13 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nice Express](https://appshunter.io/developer/1300337847) | [BIEL LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1578690529) |

## What reviewers say

### Universal TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-smartctrl/id6740748603)

Control all your smart TVs with a single app. Easily connect to devices on your Wi-Fi network for instant remote access. Features a touchpad, keyboard for typing, and quick launch buttons for streaming services.

**Highlights:** Control multiple smart TVs, Wi-Fi device discovery, Full remote functionality, Touchpad and keyboard input, Quick launch streaming apps, App launching from TV

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Pro | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Pro | $7.99 | per month |
| Remote for Roku Lifetime access | $24.99 | one-time |


### Universal TV Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universal-tv-remote-opus/id6807421433)

Transform your iPhone into a Wi-Fi universal TV remote. Easily control smart TVs and streaming boxes with features like power, volume, app shortcuts, and a keyboard for typing searches. Enjoy a private, ad-free experience without needing an account.

**Highlights:** Wi-Fi universal TV remote, Control smart TVs and streaming boxes, Power, volume, and channel control, Directional pad and media controls, On-screen keyboard for searches, App shortcuts, Automatic TV detection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| OPUS Remote Premium Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Opus Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| OPUS Remote Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Universal TV Remote free?

Universal TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Universal TV Remote free?

Universal TV Remote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Universal TV Remote or Universal TV Remote?

Universal TV Remote is rated higher. Universal TV Remote averages 4.3 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Universal TV Remote averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Universal TV Remote or Universal TV Remote have ads?

Both Universal TV Remote and Universal TV Remote show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Universal TV Remote or Universal TV Remote?

Universal TV Remote ships an update every 3 weeks, and Universal TV Remote every 2 weeks. Most recently, Universal TV Remote was updated on October 28, 2026 and Universal TV Remote on November 1, 2026.

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